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06-20-2009, 07:37 PM
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Originally Posted by theXman' post='918561' date='Jun 20 2009, 11:12 PM
And the mod has spoken...(this is the 2nd time I used this phase today)
That said, if Kzang doesn't buy a V1, why he'll surely be banned!
06-20-2009, 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Kzang' post='918419' date='Jun 20 2009, 08:06 PM
But even with a Beep, I would would still slow down.. You guys are not doing a good job and explaining why the arrows are better.
I'm debating on getting either the V1 $399 or Passport 9500ix $499
I'm debating on getting either the V1 $399 or Passport 9500ix $499
06-20-2009, 08:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Rudy' post='918577' date='Jun 20 2009, 11:37 PM
I wasn't speaking as a mod...just speaking my opinion as an experienced V1 user. Don't forget that I enjoy being a regular participant here once in a while too!
That said, if Kzang doesn't buy a V1, why he'll surely be banned!
That said, if Kzang doesn't buy a V1, why he'll surely be banned!
06-20-2009, 10:03 PM
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A snippet from my review on Amazon.com . . .
I've gone through a Valentine One (V1), a Escort Passport 9500i and finally the 9500ci.
In terms of RADAR, all three are nearly identical in terms performance and sensitivity.
Here's a quick progressive comparison of the other features.
The V1 has the arrows, which is great and all, but I didn't really need to know where the threat is coming from. I just needed to 1) know the threat was real and 2) slow down to the posted speed limit. I replaced the V1 because it was just too noisy during my commute. A great detector, but too much chatter.
I upgraded to the 9500i. It shined because of it's built-in GPS feature. I pass by five K-based RADAR Speed Limit signs each way on my commute. With GPS marking, I could easily lock out those specific false signals. The next time I would pass by, the system would be silent. When approaching one of these "marked" locations, the GPS icon on the display would start to rotate. This was essentially the 9500i saying, "I'm picking up the radar signal, but I'm not "bleeping" because you told me this exact location is a false". Simply awesome. The system is quiet until an unknown threat is detected.
The one thing I still hated; constantly removing the unit from the windshield every time I would park downtown or in a not-so-secure location. It was a thief-magnet and I didn't want to attract any unwanted attention.
That is what finally led me to the 9500ci. It takes all of the features of the 9500i and gives you an "integrated/stealth install". No more tacky black box suction-cupped to the windshield and no more worries!
In terms of RADAR, all three are nearly identical in terms performance and sensitivity.
Here's a quick progressive comparison of the other features.
The V1 has the arrows, which is great and all, but I didn't really need to know where the threat is coming from. I just needed to 1) know the threat was real and 2) slow down to the posted speed limit. I replaced the V1 because it was just too noisy during my commute. A great detector, but too much chatter.
I upgraded to the 9500i. It shined because of it's built-in GPS feature. I pass by five K-based RADAR Speed Limit signs each way on my commute. With GPS marking, I could easily lock out those specific false signals. The next time I would pass by, the system would be silent. When approaching one of these "marked" locations, the GPS icon on the display would start to rotate. This was essentially the 9500i saying, "I'm picking up the radar signal, but I'm not "bleeping" because you told me this exact location is a false". Simply awesome. The system is quiet until an unknown threat is detected.
The one thing I still hated; constantly removing the unit from the windshield every time I would park downtown or in a not-so-secure location. It was a thief-magnet and I didn't want to attract any unwanted attention.
That is what finally led me to the 9500ci. It takes all of the features of the 9500i and gives you an "integrated/stealth install". No more tacky black box suction-cupped to the windshield and no more worries!
06-20-2009, 10:23 PM
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The last time I've received a speeding ticket was back in 1996, so all of you guys can keep "hoping" but its not going to happen. More than likely you will get them before I will.
All I asked was a simple question, why the arrows were helpful and all you guys can come up with is that it points out where the threats are.
And I keep asking whats the point when an alert sounds, the logical thing to do is slow down until the threat is gone.
I wanted to purchase a radar detector to replace the cheap cobra model I had for years and I am down to either the V1 or the passport 9500ix.
I was trying to decide which one would be better. I've read enough to know that V1 is the most sensative Laser detector in the market, but not by a huge margin. I also know that V1 cries wolf just as much as any other cheap radar detectors out there.. whereas the passport with its GPS technology which stores all the false alerts makes it one of the most reliable detector. I just wanted to see if there was more to the V1 with the arrows before I made my decision.
I didn't bust anyones balls here, I asked a simple question and there were no solid answers except for "oh the arrows point out where the cop is at" and someone saying "Best Radar out there!"
I'm a forum member for both Bimmerfest.com and here, but I've spent more of my time posting on Bimmerfest and thats why my post count isn't as high as some others..
Thanks for showing me how this community responds when someone asks for opinion on a product and some of the reponse are childish and rude. Now I know why I spent more of my time on Bimmerfest. Ciao.
All I asked was a simple question, why the arrows were helpful and all you guys can come up with is that it points out where the threats are.
And I keep asking whats the point when an alert sounds, the logical thing to do is slow down until the threat is gone.
I wanted to purchase a radar detector to replace the cheap cobra model I had for years and I am down to either the V1 or the passport 9500ix.
I was trying to decide which one would be better. I've read enough to know that V1 is the most sensative Laser detector in the market, but not by a huge margin. I also know that V1 cries wolf just as much as any other cheap radar detectors out there.. whereas the passport with its GPS technology which stores all the false alerts makes it one of the most reliable detector. I just wanted to see if there was more to the V1 with the arrows before I made my decision.
I didn't bust anyones balls here, I asked a simple question and there were no solid answers except for "oh the arrows point out where the cop is at" and someone saying "Best Radar out there!"
I'm a forum member for both Bimmerfest.com and here, but I've spent more of my time posting on Bimmerfest and thats why my post count isn't as high as some others..
Thanks for showing me how this community responds when someone asks for opinion on a product and some of the reponse are childish and rude. Now I know why I spent more of my time on Bimmerfest. Ciao.
06-20-2009, 10:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Kzang' post='918665' date='Jun 21 2009, 01:23 AM
The last time I've received a speeding ticket was back in 1996, so all of you guys can keep "hoping" but its not going to happen. More than likely you will get them before I will.
All I asked was a simple question, why the arrows were helpful and all you guys can come up with is that it points out where the threats are.
And I keep asking whats the point when an alert sounds, the logical thing to do is slow down until the threat is gone.
I wanted to purchase a radar detector to replace the cheap cobra model I had for years and I am down to either the V1 or the passport 9500ix.
I was trying to decide which one would be better. I've read enough to know that V1 is the most sensative Laser detector in the market, but not by a huge margin. I also know that V1 cries wolf just as much as any other cheap radar detectors out there.. whereas the passport with its GPS technology which stores all the false alerts makes it one of the most reliable detector. I just wanted to see if there was more to the V1 with the arrows before I made my decision.
I didn't bust anyones balls here, I asked a simple question and there were no solid answers except for "oh the arrows point out where the cop is at" and someone saying "Best Radar out there!"
I'm a forum member for both Bimmerfest.com and here, but I've spent more of my time posting on Bimmerfest and thats why my post count isn't as high as some others..
Thanks for showing me how this community responds when someone asks for opinion on a product and some of the reponse are childish and rude. Now I know why I spent more of my time on Bimmerfest. Ciao.
All I asked was a simple question, why the arrows were helpful and all you guys can come up with is that it points out where the threats are.
And I keep asking whats the point when an alert sounds, the logical thing to do is slow down until the threat is gone.
I wanted to purchase a radar detector to replace the cheap cobra model I had for years and I am down to either the V1 or the passport 9500ix.
I was trying to decide which one would be better. I've read enough to know that V1 is the most sensative Laser detector in the market, but not by a huge margin. I also know that V1 cries wolf just as much as any other cheap radar detectors out there.. whereas the passport with its GPS technology which stores all the false alerts makes it one of the most reliable detector. I just wanted to see if there was more to the V1 with the arrows before I made my decision.
I didn't bust anyones balls here, I asked a simple question and there were no solid answers except for "oh the arrows point out where the cop is at" and someone saying "Best Radar out there!"
I'm a forum member for both Bimmerfest.com and here, but I've spent more of my time posting on Bimmerfest and thats why my post count isn't as high as some others..
Thanks for showing me how this community responds when someone asks for opinion on a product and some of the reponse are childish and rude. Now I know why I spent more of my time on Bimmerfest. Ciao.
06-20-2009, 10:41 PM
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Originally Posted by DRANGED' post='918667' date='Jun 21 2009, 02:27 AM
Bimmerfest is very classy.
06-20-2009, 11:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Kzang' post='918665' date='Jun 21 2009, 01:23 AM
The last time I've received a speeding ticket was back in 1996, so all of you guys can keep "hoping" but its not going to happen. More than likely you will get them before I will.
All I asked was a simple question, why the arrows were helpful and all you guys can come up with is that it points out where the threats are.
And I keep asking whats the point when an alert sounds, the logical thing to do is slow down until the threat is gone.
I wanted to purchase a radar detector to replace the cheap cobra model I had for years and I am down to either the V1 or the passport 9500ix.
I was trying to decide which one would be better. I've read enough to know that V1 is the most sensative Laser detector in the market, but not by a huge margin. I also know that V1 cries wolf just as much as any other cheap radar detectors out there.. whereas the passport with its GPS technology which stores all the false alerts makes it one of the most reliable detector. I just wanted to see if there was more to the V1 with the arrows before I made my decision.
I didn't bust anyones balls here, I asked a simple question and there were no solid answers except for "oh the arrows point out where the cop is at" and someone saying "Best Radar out there!"
I'm a forum member for both Bimmerfest.com and here, but I've spent more of my time posting on Bimmerfest and thats why my post count isn't as high as some others..
Thanks for showing me how this community responds when someone asks for opinion on a product and some of the reponse are childish and rude. Now I know why I spent more of my time on Bimmerfest. Ciao.
All I asked was a simple question, why the arrows were helpful and all you guys can come up with is that it points out where the threats are.
And I keep asking whats the point when an alert sounds, the logical thing to do is slow down until the threat is gone.
I wanted to purchase a radar detector to replace the cheap cobra model I had for years and I am down to either the V1 or the passport 9500ix.
I was trying to decide which one would be better. I've read enough to know that V1 is the most sensative Laser detector in the market, but not by a huge margin. I also know that V1 cries wolf just as much as any other cheap radar detectors out there.. whereas the passport with its GPS technology which stores all the false alerts makes it one of the most reliable detector. I just wanted to see if there was more to the V1 with the arrows before I made my decision.
I didn't bust anyones balls here, I asked a simple question and there were no solid answers except for "oh the arrows point out where the cop is at" and someone saying "Best Radar out there!"
I'm a forum member for both Bimmerfest.com and here, but I've spent more of my time posting on Bimmerfest and thats why my post count isn't as high as some others..
Thanks for showing me how this community responds when someone asks for opinion on a product and some of the reponse are childish and rude. Now I know why I spent more of my time on Bimmerfest. Ciao.
Why ask the dumbest question in the world then.
Lol, What do the arrows do? What do you think the arrows do moron!
We weren't be rude until you got defensive and saying we werent explaining ourselves.
I dont know how many times one can explain what the arrows on a V1 do before it sinks into your thick skull!
06-20-2009, 11:46 PM
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